The Drakensberg mountains in South Africa are a destination not to be missed. They can be found in all sorts of nature documentaries and travel books about Africa. Dramatic, weathered, and mysterious the Drakensberg conjures up the imagination. They culminate at their highest with the Drakensberg Amphitheater. One of the most photogenic … Read More
20 South Africa Travel Tips for Your Vacation
Traveling to South Africa for vacation? Before our long vacation in South Africa, the nation was one I knew little about. I watched the Color of Friendship like any little girl addicted to The Disney Channel and was introduced to apartheid. I watched nature documentaries showcasing the beautiful visuals of the … Read More
16 Romantic Things to do in Cape Town on Every Budget
Looking for a few activities for couples in Cape Town? After two months in the city, we feel pretty confident we can share the best romantic things to do in Cape Town. It is the longest time as a couple we have spent in any one place that we were … Read More
Best Time to Visit South Africa (2019) • Month By Month Breakdown
Wondering when the best time to visit South Africa is? South Africa couldn’t be more varied. First of all, it’s in the southern hemisphere – the land of opposites where Christmas is warm and July is cold. But not all of the country is exactly the same. The coastal areas … Read More
36 AFRICAN SAFARI ANIMALS TO SEE + Where to See Them!
The romance of a wildlife safari is unmistakable. It had long been about the hunt of the animals for the rich and adventurous back in the day, but with growing appreciation of conservation, the idea has shifted. Safari in this day and age is about preserving the land and its … Read More
15 Things We’ve Learned From Overlanding Africa
It has been a long time since we sat naively in Europe contemplating the idea of an Africa overland trip. Now 12 African nations, 25,000 miles, and zero flat tires later it’s a time for reflection on just what I have learned from overlanding Africa. We’ll never forget the days we spent … Read More
The 20 Best Honeymoon Destinations in the World
We have never been on a “honeymoon.” However, we have had our fair share of romantic experiences in many countries abroad. It shouldn’t be any surprise that we are often asked for travel advice from those seeking out the best honeymoon destination. We get emails all the time like, “Hey, I … Read More
20 Africa Travel Tips to Help You Prepare for an Epic Trip
There really isn’t anything quite like traveling around Africa. From the interesting cultures to the copious wildlife and mesmerizing landscapes traveling Africa is sure to captivate your heart. I cried the day I had to leave this wonderful continent, but getting used to traveling Africa sure wasn’t a walk in … Read More
The 21 Most Beautiful Cities in the World
We don’t claim to have been to every beautiful city in the world but have done our fair share of traveling across 75 countries and six continents. Out of all the cities we have traveled, here are the absolute most amazing we have seen. We haven’t been to all of … Read More
Buying a Car in South Africa and Being Undesirable
So, the big announcement is out! We are officially driving across Africa in “Charlie,” our newest addition to The World Pursuit family. The 1989 Land Cruiser is awesome! He is a workhorse, a 4×4 Tonka trunk equipped with a bush bar, roof rack, and pull out drawers. However, buying a … Read More